Patient Resources
Functional • Metabolic • Weight Loss • Longevity
We begin with an initial Foundational Intake Consultation, available in person or via telehealth. Please plan for a 60-minute visit, as this appointment includes a very detailed medical history review and an in-depth discussion to help unravel the layers contributing to your symptoms.
Intake forms will be sent to you prior to your visit. Laboratory testing will be ordered once foundational payment is received. Your appointment will be scheduled after lab results are returned, ensuring we have the necessary information available during your first visit to begin designing and discussing your personalized treatment plan.
During this visit, we will review our personalized recommendations, as well as the individualized nutrition and fitness support offered through our subscription services.
- Pricing for Foundational Intake Visit
- Donna Simmers-Dabinett, DO — $595.00
- James Matthews, DC — $595.00
- For the foundation assessment, the price includes initial lab, which are paid for by the clinic.
Initial Consultation for Athletic Optimization / Injury Recovery
We begin with a 30-minute intake consultation, available in person or via telehealth, to assess your individual needs and goals. Together, we will develop a personalized plan designed to optimize athletic performance or accelerate injury recovery and healing.
- Pricing for Athletic Optimization / Injury Recovery Consultation
- Donna Simmers-Dabinett, DO — $250.00
- James Matthews, DC — $250.00
- Payment Options
- Our commitment to personalized, one-on-one care means that we are not in-network with health insurance providers. However, for your convenience, we accept HSA and FSA payments.
- Please Note: Due to federal regulations, we are currently unable to see patients with Medicare or Medicaid, as these programs do not allow for self-pay arrangements at our facility.
How Aveum Wellness is Different
Operating as a self-pay clinic isn’t just a business choice—it is a clinical one. Data shows that uncoupling your care from insurance mandates directly leads to better results for both general longevity and specific sports recovery.
Here is the breakdown of why this model works, supported by peer-reviewed research.
General Wellness & Longevity: Moving from "Sick Care" to "Health Care"
Traditional insurance is built to react to illness (the “Sick Care” model). Our self-pay model is designed to optimize health and prevent future issues.
- Immediate Results: A study in the Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy showed that patients in direct-access models (no insurance referral needed) start treatment 2 weeks sooner on average.
- Superior Function: Research in Musculoskeletal Science & Practice confirms that one-on-one continuity with a single provider—a hallmark of our clinic—leads to better functional recovery than high-volume clinics
- Drastic Reduction in Emergencies: A study published in The American Journal of Managed Care found that patients in direct-care models experienced a 54% reduction in ER visits and a 25% decrease in hospital admissions.
- The "Time-to-Trust" Factor: Research in The Journal of the American Board of Family Medicine shows that visit length is the single strongest predictor of patient trust and adherence.
- The Insurance Reality: Average visits are 12–15 minutes.
- The Aveum Reality: Extended sessions allow us to address the root causes of health issues, leading to better long-term management of chronic conditions like hypertension and metabolic health.
- Preventative Focus: Direct-pay providers spend 65% less time on insurance paperwork, allowing that time to be redirected into nutrition, lifestyle coaching, and proactive screenings that insurance often refuses to cover until you are already symptomatic.
Accelerated Recovery & Performance
- Bridging the Gap: Insurance often cuts off care when you are "functional" for basic daily tasks. We stay with you until you are fully recovered at 100% capacity, significantly reducing the risk of re-injury
| Feature | Standard Insurance Clinics | Aveum Wellness (Self-Pay) |
|---|---|---|
| Time with Provider | Often rushed (15–20 mins) | Undivided, one-on-one time |
| Treatment Plan | Limited by insurance “coverage” | 100% Personalized to your goals |
| Focus | “Sick Care” (treating symptoms) | Wellness & Peak Performance |
| Wait Times | Weeks for referrals/approvals | Direct access to start healing and wellness |
| Patient Status | A claim number in a system | A dedicated patient & partner |